Most people wont go that extra step.Oh, and by the way, don't send beautiful well designed post cards.

I do miss the Corelogic rebuild cost calculator; would be good to know of an equivalent.   

Just keep in mind that the people here are human, make mistakes, and do things "their way," and you should always do your own diligence on whatever questions you ask.

Same reason people ask criminal record. 

In addition to the workmanship, you want to work with someone who is good at managing time, people and his relationship with you, his client :-)    We are actually building out a network of approved contractors because one of the biggest pain points investors and landlords face in Philly is finding reliable solutions. 

In some cases yes, in most cases, that is not suitable for alot of people. 

I offer listing price and a bunch of people swooped in and bid up the price, so I checked out. 

Maybe a bark collar would work, although I have admit some people think they're mean.

More people are off, but will they be busy and the listing get lost in the sauce of festivities?

I am focusing on trying to find off market deals and working with creative finance since expansion is slow moving based on my salary, and I'm too impatient to wait for the duplexes to earn another down payment.Is there a financing option that I am missing to get a loan for a down payment?